The Staff Accountant performs various general ledger and project accounting functions assigned by Controller. The incumbent is assigned responsibility for numerous long term contracts or projects and serves as the point of contact for providing financial information about those projects to staff, management, and the client. This position is responsible for timely and accurate review, posting and payment of invoices, issuance of expense checks, and accurate reporting to units and outside agencies. Resolves billing questions and discrepancies and maintains accurate records. -Review, Code and Process book keeping and payment for all invoices ensuring all supporting documentation has been received and approved -Maintains prepaid and accrual accounts -Review and process all employee expense reports -Responsible for preparation of invoices for government customers: FP and T&M contracts, in accordance with the contract terms and conditions. -Perform monthly reconciliation of unbilled receivables -Review aged receivables report to identify unpaid invoices. Work with customers to handle inquiries and resolve disputes to resolve outstanding collections. -Assist with monthly close -Assist with other department duties as necessary

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.

Qualifications :
Bachelors Degree required, degree in finance or Accounting is preferred Effective communication skills to interact professionally with all levels in the organization and with outside contacts -Demonstrate ability to effectively manage customer inquiries and dispute resolution -Organized and disciplined to ensure compliance with procedures, yet confident enough to propose simplifications and better efficiencies -Flexibility to take on additional projects and adapt to changes in priorities

Accountemps is the world's leader in specialized temporary financial staffing. We provide exciting temporary, temporary-to-hire and project opportunities in the areas of accounting, bookkeeping, finance and many more. Through our parent company, Robert Half, we've been matching highly skilled finance and accounting professionals with clients since 1948. Our relationships with top companies in more than 360 locations worldwide ensure you enjoy competitive pay, challenging careers and assignments with excellent opportunities for full-time employment. Don't just take our word for it. In 2008 FORTUNE® magazine again ranked us #1 in our industry on the list of "America's Most Admired Companies" (FORTUNE, March 17, 2008). Nine out of 10 of our clients and candidates would recommend our service to a colleague. Apply now or contact your local Accountemps office at 1.800.803.8367 or visit accountemps.com to find out more about this job and other job opportunities. Accountemps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.